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ADHD - ANSWER persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity.
Sub-types of ADHD - ANSWER Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive, predominantly
inattentive, combined hyperactive/inattentive
Bipolar or related disorders - ANSWER atypical, dramatic swings in mood, and activity
levels that go from periods of feeling intensely happy, irritable, and impulsive to periods
of intense sadness and feelings of hopelessness.
Manic episode - ANSWER abnormally elevated, expansive, or irritable mood
accompanied by increased energy or activity that substantially impairs functioning.
Hypomanic episode - ANSWER similar to a manic episode, however not severe enough
to cause serious social or occupational problems.
Major depressive episode - ANSWER persistent depressed mood or loss of interest or
pleasure.
Mixed state - ANSWER includes symptoms of both a manic episode and a major
depressive episode.
Bipolar I - ANSWER having at least one manic episode in a person's life.
Bipolar II - ANSWER having been a more regular occurrence of depressive episodes
along with a hypomanic episode, but not a full-blown manic episode.
Cyclothymic disorder or cyclothymia - ANSWER a diagnosis used for a mild form of
bipolar disorder.
Depressive disorders - ANSWER characterized by a sad, hopeless, empty, or irritable
mood, and somatic and cognitive changes that significantly interfere with daily life.